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Half Day Old City - Sultan Ahmet Tour
Fatih
Explore Istanbul's top attractions in half a day. Skip lines, visit Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, and shop at the Grand Bazaar.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Hippodrome - We will start our tour at the Hippodrome. Hippodrome Square, once the sporting and social hub of ancient Byzantium, could accommodate 100,000 spectators and showcased artifacts from across the empire, including the Egyptian Obelisk and the Serpent Column.
- Blue Mosque - Our next stop will be the Blue Mosque, named for the world-renowned blue Iznik tiles that adorn its interior. It is also the only imperial mosque in the world originally constructed with six minarets.
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Hagia Sophia Mosque - The Hagia Sophia Mosque, regarded as one of the Eight Wonders of the World, holds a special place in architectural history as one of the few structures of its size and age that still stands today.
After the tour, we will return you to your hotel.
What's Included
- In-person guide: English
- Entry/Admission - Blue Mosque
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Entry/Admission - Hippodrome
- Professional licensed tour guide
What's Not Included
- Hagia Sophia Mosque Ticket - 25 €
Additional Information
Explore four of Istanbul’s top attractions in a single morning with this express tour. Bypass the lengthy queues and go directly into Hagia Sophia for a guided museum tour; marvel at the stunning Blue Mosque; and learn about Istanbul’s rich history at the Hippodrome.
Conclude your tour at the Grand Bazaar, where you can watch a demonstration of traditional Turkish crafts and shop for souvenirs at the various stalls.
Location
Sultanahmet Square
Sultan Ahmet Parkı
Guests staying outside the areas we have determined must come to the meeting point. We contact the guests 1 day before the tour starts and provide the details.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
